Department of Geography

Dr. R.N.Katkar

Dr. R.N.Katkar

Assist. Prof

Qualification here

Sindhudurg District is in the South Konkan area of Maharashtra having stretch of land on the west coast of India endowed with the beautiful seashore, Picturesque Mountains and scenic natural beauty.  Malvan having dominant significance. Malvan is Coastal town and near Historical Place of Sindhudurg fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Our College running Geography department to know Surrounding environment to the students.

Vision

To get update knowledge of the Earth external forces affecting on the Earth.

Mission

To create awareness about physical and Social Environment of Malvan and the Sindhudurg District.

Goals & Objectives

  • To inculcate progressive attitude among students for using GIS technic.
  • To Celebrate Geography Day every year.
  • To arrange Geographical tours in various destinations in the country & abroad.
  • To undertake environment conservation activities.
  • Publication of Geography wall paper.

Educational Visit

For getting Valuable information, Observation & Practical demonstration the department has organized every year field visits at divisional Metrological department of Sindhudurg district. Mining centers and hydroelectricity center, for the T. Y. B. A. Class. For observing practical knowledge regarding the syllabus department has conducted study tours at various geographical locations for example hill stations, Religious  centers, Natural places & Nearest countries like Nepal and Bhutan.

Head Department of Geography

                                                                                      Dr. Ramchandra N. Katkar

                                                                                     M.A., B.Ed., Ph.D.

 

  • Vice President of Konkan Geographers Association of India.
  • Director of Malvani Bazar, Malvan
  • Director of Sindhudurg Killa Prernostsav Sammiti, Malvan